Posts tagged "divorce"

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Tuesday, March 13, 2018.

Arizona couples who are getting a divorce might find themselves in conflict over a retirement account. According to a 2016 survey by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, this is the second most common source of conflict in a divorce after alimony and just before business interests.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, March 7, 2018.

Before tying the knot, marriage-bound Arizona residents should think about protecting their assets. While it may seem very cynical to make plans for what could happen during a divorce, having the proper safeguards in place is often a wise move.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Tuesday, February 27, 2018.

Divorce has been on the rise over the past 25 years for people older than 50. This can mean certain financial concerns for people who divorce as they are approaching retirement. However, people in Arizona may be able to protect themselves financially by taking these steps.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, February 14, 2018.

Arizona parents headed for divorce can avoid ugly courtroom battles if they are focused and make use of available resources. In the midst of an emotional split, the temptation looms large to use the legal system as a vehicle for revenge, but doing so can put children in the middle, which is something most people agree is an unwanted outcome. If parents work together and keep children's best interests at heart, a great deal of time, money and acrimony can be saved.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Tuesday, January 30, 2018.

Many couples in Arizona have wondered what leads spouses to divorce. This question has been studied by marriage expert and writer Dr. John Gottman, among others. When Gottman examined marriages to determine why some last and others come to an end, he noted a few distinct problems in communication that can be dangerous.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Friday, January 26, 2018.

When couples in Arizona divorce, common concerns include property division, dividing assets, child custody and support payments. When a married couple owns a business together, a whole new layer of complexity has to be dealt with. Surprisingly, however, some couples do manage to continue working together even after their marriage ends.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, January 17, 2018.

For as long as divorce has been a part of society, spying and tracking of one estranged spouse by another has existed. People who are battling over child custody have looked for evidence of neglect. Spouses in Arizona trying to work out alimony have kept a close eye out for any infidelity. Spying can extend to property division issues as well, such as is the case with hidden assets.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Tuesday, January 9, 2018.

Having just gone through the holidays, citizens of Arizona may start experiencing a phenomenon that recurs every January: higher rates of divorce. In fact, the number of divorces increase during January to such a degree that the month has been nicknamed Divorce Month.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Tuesday, January 2, 2018.

Divorce may affect the credit of some people in Arizona for a number of different reasons. For example, if one spouse keeps the home, that person may need to refinance it. This could leave the person deeper in debt.

On behalf of Law Office of Michael A. Johnson, P.C. posted in Divorce on Thursday, December 28, 2017.

As an increasing number of Arizona couples have gotten divorced, the definition of "family" has also expanded. Many families are now headed by one stepparent, and they may have a blend of extended biological and step-relatives.

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